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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20090420 - VI-12City of Hastings Parks & Recreation th 920 W 10 St, Hastings MN 55033 Ph: (651) 480-6175 Fax: (651) 437-5396 Web: www.ci.hastings.mn.us “Creating Community Through People, Parks, and Programs” Date: 4/15/09 To: Parks and Recreation Committee of Council From: Barry Bernstein, Parks and Recreation Director Subject: Scholarships Enclosed in this information is a proposed revised scholarship program for the Hastings Family Aquatic Center. As part of our original grant from the State of Minnesota in 1999, the City received a grant from Minnesota Department of Children and Family Learning in the amount of $500,000. One of the requirements to receive this grant was to establish a policy with Hastings Family Service that would allow access to the facility regardless of income. The updated proposed scholarship program utilizes the Federal Poverty guidelines as indicated by the original grant application rather than the Dakota County guidelines that have been utilized in the past. In discussion with the NRRC and the Parks and Recreation Committee of Council, this is the final draft of the program which they feel comfortable in bringing forward to City Council for approval. Thank you! Civic ArenaAquatic CenterYouth First th 2801 Red Wing Blvd. 901 Maple Street 920 W 10 Street Ph: (651) 480-6195 Ph: (651) 480-2392 Ph: (651) 480-6182 Fax: (651) 437-4940 Fax: (651) 437-5396 Fax: (651) 437-5396 City of Hastings Parks & Recreation th 920 W 10 St, Hastings MN 55033 Ph: (651) 480-6175 Fax: (651) 437-5396 Web: www.ci.hastings.mn.us “Creating Community Through People, Parks, and Programs” 03-26-09 According to the 1999 grant document from Children, Families and Learning, if the aquatic center charges a fee for use of the center’s facilities, it is required for a plan to be implemented which includes free or reduced- rate use of the facilities by individuals and families that have a household income at or below 150% of the federal poverty income guidelines. It is therefore the recommendation of Aquatic Center Management staff to offer a program providing an opportunity for both free and reduced programs. Verification of income will be supplied by the applicant in the form of a copy of their first page of the previous year tax statement. 2009 Scholarship Program Recommendation Individuals or Families earning less than the poverty guideline will receive 100% reduction in fees for City of Hastings Parks & Recreation programs. Use is limited at the Hastings Family Aquatic Center to swimming lessons, season passes and punch cards. Maximum dollar amount granted is $100.00/per child under 18 years of age in household. For example, if a family of 4 earns less than $22,050.00, programs would be paid in full by the City of Hastings. The cost to the family or individual would be $0.00. Individuals or Families earning 150% of the poverty guideline to the poverty guideline would be responsible for 50% of the total cost of programs offered by the City of Hastings Parks & Recreation Department. Use is limited at the Hastings Family Aquatic Center to swimming lessons, season passes, and punch cards. Maximum dollar amount granted is $100.00/ per child under 18 years of age in household. For example, if a family of 4 earns $32,000.00 and they registered for $120.00 worth of programs/services with the City of Hastings Parks & Recreation Department, the family would be responsible for paying $60.00 and the City would be responsible for covering the remaining $60.00. 2009 Federal Poverty Guidelines US Dept of Health & Human Services Persons in Poverty 150% of Current City family guideline guideline guideline 1 $10,830 $16,245 $18,889 2 14,570 $21,855 $25,327 3 18,310 $27,465 $31,765 4 22,050 $33,075 $38,203 5 25,790 $38,685 $44,641 6 29,530 $44,295 $51,079 7 33,270 $49,905 $57,517 8 37,010 $55,515 $63,955 For families with more than 8 persons, add $3,740 Add $5,610 over 8 for each additional person. people. Civic ArenaAquatic CenterYouth First th 2801 Red Wing Blvd. 901 Maple Street 920 W 10 Street Ph: (651) 480-6195 Ph: (651) 480-2392 Ph: (651) 480-6182 Fax: (651) 437-4940 Fax: (651) 437-5396 Fax: (651) 437-5396 City of Hastings Parks & Recreation th 920 W 10 St, Hastings MN 55033 Ph: (651) 480-6175 Fax: (651) 437-5396 Web: www.ci.hastings.mn.us “Creating Community Through People, Parks, and Programs” Hastings Parks & Recreation Scholarship Program Thank you for your interest in a City of Hastings Parks and Recreation Department sponsored leisure program. Program assistance funds are available to City of Hastings residents. It is the policy of the City of Hastings to provide services to residents regardless of sex, race, color, natural origin, ability or financial status. Scholarship Program Guidelines: 1. The City of Hastings has adopted a sliding fee schedule to assist those with financial needs regarding recreation programs. To be eligible, you must meet certain income and household size limitations. This does not include 2. Applicants to the scholarship program must be residents of the City of Hastings. surrounding townships. 3. Scholarship money will be credited towards the family account as soon as you register. 4. The applicant family will have a predetermined amount to use for leisure services offered through the Hastings Parks and Recreation Department. 5. The scholarship program aid may not be used for any late registration fees if they apply. 6. Scholarship applicants must complete and return the application form to the Hastings Parks and Recreation th Department, 920 W 10 Street. 7. If any fees are accrued after the scholarship is awarded, the applicant is responsible for these fees. 8. All registrations for Parks & Recreation programs are handled on a first come-first served basis. 9. The applicant information will remain confidential in accordance with Minnesota Data Practices and on file for one year. If the applicant’s information changes, it is the applicant’s responsibility to inform the Parks & Recreation Department. Sliding Fee Scale (Income guidelines are based on the U.S. Federal Poverty Guidelines) PLEASE NOTE: Based on the scale below, you will either be granted scholarship dollars which can be used to pay for OR 100% of Parks & Recreation program costs you will be granted scholarship dollars which can be used to pay for 50% of Parks & Recreation program costs. With the second option, you will be responsible for the other 50% of the cost. Awards will be limited to an annual maximum of $100.00 per child under 18 years of age in household (claimed on tax return). Household 1 Person 2 Person 3 Person 4 Person 5 Person 6 Person 7 Person 8 Person Size Household Household Household Household Household Household Household Household Max Income for 100% $10,830 $14,570 $18,310 $22,050 $25,790 $29,530 $33,270 $37,010 scholarship Max Income for 50% $16,245 $21,855 $27,465 $33,075 $38,685 $44,295 $49,905 $55,515 scholarship Civic ArenaAquatic CenterYouth First th 2801 Red Wing Blvd. 901 Maple Street 920 W 10 Street Ph: (651) 480-6195 Ph: (651) 480-2385 Ph: (651) 480-6182 Fax: (651) 437-4940 Fax: (651) 437-5396 Fax: (651) 437-5396 City of Hastings Parks & Recreation Department Scholarship Application Programs fill on a first come-first served basis. ? Complete the form below. ? Attach a copy of the first page of your most recent federal income tax form. If you are eligible to be claimed as a dependent on anyone else’s tax return, a copy of the first page of their return will also be required. ? Awards will be limited to an annual maximum of $100.00 per child under 18 years of age in household (claimed on tax return). ? Drop off or mail to: CITY OF HASTINGS PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT ATTN: SCHOLARSHIPS TH 920 W 10 STREET HASTINGS, MN 55033 PLEASE ATTACH A COPY OF THE FIRST PAGE OF YOUR MOST RECENT TAX RETURN: Name: Phone: Day Evening Address: Email: Household Size (number of persons claimed on tax return): Adjusted Gross Income (based on household’s most recent tax return): Other Non-taxable Income (please provide description): Applicant Statement: I hereby certify that the information on this form is accurate and complete. I understand that the information may be subject to further verification by the City of Hastings, Dakota County CDA, or the US Department of Housing & Urban Development. I, therefore, authorize such verification, and will provide supporting documents, if necessary. WARNING: Title 18, Section 1001 of the US Code states that a person is guilty of a felony for knowingly and willingly making false or fraudulent statements to any department of the US Government. _________________________________ ___________________________________________ Name (Print) Signature Date